Things to Do in Lucerne

Enjoy a full-day trip to discover the city of Lucerne, go up Mount Pilatus by aerial cable car, descend by the world's steepest cogwheel train and take a boat ride.

Enjoy a scenic 1-hour cruise in Lucerne onboard a fantastic panoramic yacht. Sit back and relax as you admire the views of luxurious villas, hilly landscapes, and the deep blue lake.

Enjoy a drive around some of the best countryside Switzerland has to offer.  Start your journey in your private and exclusive Mercedes Mini Van. Let Chris drive you along the Brunig Pass, stopping off at Lungernsee to reach the spectacular Bernese Oberland.  From there, choose the spectacular sights you want to visit ranging from the fascinating Aare Gorge which is 1’400 metres long and up to 200 metres deep. The Giessbach Falls are breath-taking as is the 150 year old Giessbach hotel for lunch overlooking Lake Brienz. Take a boat trip over to Brienz and stroll along Brungasse, one of Europe`s prettiest streets. Journey onto Interlaken for a souvenir stop and then go along the Lauterbrunnen valley to see the 300metre Staubbach Falls. Drive onto the Trummelbach Falls and witness waterfalls within a mountain and finally drive up to Isenfluh for some awesome views of the big 3 - Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau or go one further and take the cable car to Sulwald for more incredible views.

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Experience Lucerne Bay aboard a panoramic motor yacht and listen to the professionally prepared audio guide in 12 languages that explains the attractions of this area.

Ride to the top of Mt. Pilatus by cable car and go on an easy hike through the Alpine scenery with this tour from Lucerne. Descend on the world's steepest cogwheel railway and cruise back by boat.

Enjoy a 2-hour paragliding excursion with a up to 30-minute tandem flight (depending flight option and weather conditions) in the beautiful mountains around the lake of Lucerne. See the breathtaking scenery of Mount Titlis, Brunni, Stanserhorn, Rigi and Pilatus from a birds-eye view. Your crew is made up of a group of professional tandem pilots trained in accordance with the Federal Office for Civil Aviation and insured by the Swiss Hang Gliding Association. Tour is limited to a maximum of four people per booking.

Enjoy unlimited train, bus and boat trips in Switzerland with the Swiss Travel Pass. You'll also have entry to over 500 of the country's museums!

This day trip brings you to the top of Europe where you can admire the stunning views of the Swiss Alps and see the glaciers. Book your tickets with Musement!

Visit Lake Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus on a half-day trip which takes you on multiple modes of transportation. Take in the views from a boat, cogwheel railway, aerial cableway, and gondola.

The Lake Luzern tour gives you a multitude of choices to visit which is the beauty of this tour. Luzern will be on everybody`s list of places to visit and possibly have lunch and then there is a myriad of places to see or visit. The natural beauty and stunning views are never far away which makes this area the place the Swiss call home. As well many fascinating places in Luzern itself, drive up to Burgenstock or RIgi Seebodenalp. Visit a chocollate or cheese factory and tuck into some samples or make your own swiss army penknife or glass ornament. We`ll make our way around the villages on the banks of Lake Luzern so that you can appreciate the beauty in the heartland of Switzerland.

Ever heard of the oldest wooden bridge in Europe? We'll walk along its footbridge on this free tour of Lucerne, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland.

Book online your tickets to visit Mount Pilatus and discover the steepest cog railroad in the world!

Explore the beautiful city of Lucerne with a local tour guide on a private walking tour. See both popular highlights and hidden gems, and find the best spots to take photos of the city.

Get your Private Ski Instructor and learn to ski or progress your technique quickly thanks to a personalised attention and video correction. Whether you’re a complete novice or a confident skier or rider, a private lesson will build your range of skills and let you enjoy more of the mountain environment. Let me help you take the most of your time on snow! We will meet at 8:45am either at the train station in Lucerne or at the hotel reception. The ski resort is either Klewenalp with a short train ride and bus ride, or Engelberg depending on your ski level. The transportation is included (by public transport :bus, train, etc.) We will be back in Lucerne around 5pm. In case you need to rent the ski equipment we can help with that. The total skiing time is approximately 4 hours with a lunch break. Valid also for Snowboard Lessons with one of our Snowboard Instructors.

Fly up to Mount Titlis by cable car, marvel at breathtaking views over the Swiss mountains and make the most of the Alpine activities on offer.

With us you will live a unique experience of paragliding, you will positively remember for a lifetime. Fly with us through the beautiful foothills of the Alps around Lucerne and Engelberg. We are an international team of pilots with a lot of flying experience. Our top priorities are safety, trust and the well-being of our passargers for you an unforgettable flight experience. We fly from the best fleing spots in Switzerland, e.g. Engelberg (Brunni & Führenalp); Engelbergertal; Niderbauen (Emmetten); Mount Pilatus (Lucerne).

Discover the charm of Lucerne with this electric bicycle tour, an ecological and super easy way of getting around, perfect for getting to know the Swiss city.

Book a 1-hour catamaran cruise on Lake Lucerne to see the Bay of Lucerne with all the landmarks of the city and of course majestic Mount Pilatus, Mount Rigi and Mount Bürgenstock.

Discover a fascinating glacier world and a beautiful landscape of eternal ice and snow on Mount Titlis. Take a revolving cable car to the top and enjoy breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps.

Venture to the Mt. Titlis area on this private day tour to experience impressive mountain views with your professional guide. Enjoy a day in the beautiful Engelberg region with 4-5 hours of hiking and capture images of the snow-capped alpine peaks, cows grazing on green pastures, waterfalls and alpine streams. Eat a delicious lunch at a typical farm-inn (own expense) or bring a picnic to enjoy in the open air surrounded by majestic mountains. Travel  by regional train through lush farmland before reaching a mountain resort town. This private tour, includes all transportation by train and aerial cableway.

Explore Mt Rigi on a fully guided majestic roundtrip from Lucerne!

Board the "Swiss Chocolate Adventure," a travelling cart, at the Swiss Museum of Transport and learn about Swiss chocolate production.

Enjoy unlimited access by public train, bus, and boat to visit more than 41 cities, reach peaks of many mountains, and sail through beautiful lakes in Switzerland with the Swiss Travel Pass.

The highest hanggliding tandemflight in Switzerland. From up to 2000m you fly for 20-60 minutes like an eagle. Hang gliding is the best way to fly free like a bird. It is faster and more intense than paragliding. Whether fast and wild or just in peace, your pilot adapts to your wishes. The ride on the nostalgic funicular and the world first CabriO to Mt Stanserhorn is unique. The wonderful view from the summit over whole central Switzerland will inspire you. We gently take off into the third dimension. The silent flight over mountains and lakes will be an unforgettable experience.

Explore the past, present and future of travel all under one roof at this inspirational museum packed with exciting interactive activities for the entire family.

Explore the charming Swiss city of Lucerne before enjoying a ride up Mount Titlis. Take in 360-degree views of the Swiss Alps from the Rotair revolving cable car and stop by an ice grotto.

Explore Swiss Alps with private tour guide! Discover the most beautiful region of Switzerland in just one day! The one-day private tour optimize your trip. We are passionate about the stunning natural beauty of Switzerland and have explored all the most beautiful cities and landscapes the country has to offer. After taking in all the breathtaking sights, we have carefully selected the top 4 most enchanting ones to share with you. Discover the best of the alpine villages: Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Iseltwald and Wengen.

At the Swiss Museum of Transport, the most visited museum in the country, you'll discover how land, air and sea transport have evolved throughout history.

Enjoy an afternoon excursion to Mt Pilatus on an aerial cable car, descend by the world's steepest cogwheel train and take a boat ride on Lake Lucerne.

Visit Lake Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus on a half-day tour by train, steepest cogwheel railway in the world, aerail cableway "Dragon Ride" and panorama gondola.

This beautiful and relaxed trail will take you along the lake shore with beautiful views of the Swiss alps around you. We travel a distance of 16 kms/10 miles on battery-assisted pedalling e-bikes which enables everyone with a “normal level of physical fitness” to enjoy this experience. This is the right activity for nature lovers and for curious travellers who want to discover more about Lucerne and why is considered the most beautiful Swiss city. On the way you will see Mount Pilatus, Mount Stanserhorn, Mount Rigi and Bürgenstock, all along the stunning Lake Lucerne!

Experience a magnificent trip to the impressive Mount Titlis glacier. Explore the only accessible glacier world of Central Switzerland and enjoy the spectacular panorama in a fascinating world of everlasting snow.

Take an off the beaten path hike with unforgettable views over 10 lakes and the Swiss Alps. Travel by train, bus and historic funicular to reach scenic alpine locations. See colorful local flora and farms on steep alpine slopes. This 10-hour private guided hiking excursion includes round-trip transportation by bus and train from Lucerne.

Explore the Swiss Alps on a day trip to Jungfraujoch from Zurich with a guide. Enjoy panoramic vistas of snow-capped mountains on a bus ride, go on the Eiger Express cable car, and switch to a train.

Embark on an iconic journey from Luzern to the majestic heights of Mount Rigi with our exclusive small group tour. Glide gracefully across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Lucerne, then ascend in style aboard the historic cogwheel train to reach the summit. Enveloped in awe-inspiring panoramas and guided by expert narration, this adventure promises an unforgettable fusion of Swiss beauty, alpine wonder, and personalized luxury.

Discover the "top of Europe" on this day trip to Jungfraujoch: explore its towering peaks and marvel at unparalleled views of the Swiss Alps.

Book this day out in the Swiss Alps and hike in Grindelwald, breathe in the mountain air at the waterfalls of Lauterbrunnen and grab a souvenir in Interlaken.

Discover Lucerne on a two hours comprehensive city sight seeing walking tour covering all "must have seen" attractions. In addition explore the hidden spots of classic, medieval and modern Lucerne. See the Lion Monument, climb the Musegg Wall and Towers, admire the medieval houses and fascinating murals of the historical center and enjoy an inside visit of the Ritter Palace with its profound "Danse Macabre". Your tour starts and ends at your Hotel in the City of Lucerne. (On Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays and Special Events the Ritter Palace is closed and can be visited from the outside only. During the winter from November to March the Musegg Wall and Towers are closed and can be visited from the outside only)

Iconic historic monuments await on this private tour of Lucerne! Discover the charms of one of the most fascinating cities in central Switzerland.

A wonderful panoramic walk for visitors short on time, allowing you to get a flavor of the place, its amazing scenery, historic importance and beautiful nature.  Walk past the villa where Richard Wagner composed many famous operas before taking the local bus through a neighborhood of former grand summer villas. Follow a meandering walking trail along a panoramic ridge giving you views of the lake and the surrounding majestic Alps. Visit an organic farm, pass by vineyards and lovely old wooden Swiss chalets down to the small village of Winkel with the oldest school house of the region. Return to Lucerne by local bus.

Experience dizzying heights at Titlis with its 360º panoramic views inside the Rotair cable car on a day trip from Zurich to Engelberg, Titlis, and Lucerne. Admire snow-capped peaks and icy glaciers.

Our most popular tour is now also available from Lucerne – guided by a local Swiss expert. Embark on an unforgettable journey to explore the dreamlike landscapes of the Jungfrau region, visiting some of the Swiss Alps' most iconic destinations: Lauterbrunnen – Valley of 72 Waterfalls: Begin in Lauterbrunnen, where you'll stroll through a valley surrounded by over 70 stunning waterfalls—perfect for unforgettable photos. Mürren – Fairytale Alpine Village: Discover the car-free village of Mürren, offering panoramic views of the majestic Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. Wander its streets and enjoy the scenery. Gimmelwald – Swiss Raclette Lunch: Relish a cozy walk to Gimmelwald, where you'll savor a Swiss Raclette lunch with stunning mountain views (optional walk). Grindelwald – Iconic Swiss Village: End your day in Grindelwald, where you can shop, sightsee, and experience the alpine charm of this famous village. Experience the best of the Swiss Alps in just one day!

Enjoy a bus trip through the countryside from Zurich to Lucerne. Take the cable car up Mount Pilatus, the funicular down to Alpnachstad and the boat back across Lake Lucerne.

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Lucerne. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Chapel Bridge to Hofkirche St. Leodegar, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Lucerne to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Lucerne through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Lucerne’s Chapel Bridge, showcasing the city's historic charm. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Lucerne in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

Make the most out of the Swiss Alps on this trip from Lucerne. You'll visit the town of Grindelwald and the top of the iconic First Mountain!

Discover the City of Lights on this entertaining 1.5-hour walking tour in Lucerne and learn more about Lucerne's history. See the Chapel Bridge, historic buildings, and more.

A combination of exercise and relaxation for a perfect day, a 3-4 hour, 40 km/24 mile ride using a power-assisted electric bikes that most people of normal physical fitness and stamina can do, combined with a scenic 2-hour lake cruise back to Lucerne. Ride along mostly off-road paths and trails on a ridge overlooking the lake and surrounding mountains, through beautiful countryside, green forest, and neatly cultivated farmland. Walk in William Tell’s footsteps at the Hohle Gasse and learn more about Switzerland’s great hero and his enduring significance today. As you wander on back-roads to Brunnen you can stop by at the the Swiss Knife Valley Center and Retail Store and vitsit their interesting pocket knife museum. Note: minimum age to ride an E-Bike is 16 years.

Switzerland's most visited museum is a place to experience the history of mobility. Its interactive attractions are sure to win you over - whatever the weather.

Discover medieval Lucerne with your private guide on your Nightwatchman walking tour. Learn about the history of the Nightwatchman and see the illuminated attractions. You'll be told about the Legend of the Riot of Lucerne and will hear about ghosts, demons and witches. Imagine what it was like to live in Lucerne in the middle ages and get information about the law and order of that time. Your private Nightwatchman guide is dressed in medieval style and equipped with a traditional Swiss halberd. He will guide you through narrow streets and hidden places of the historic centre of Lucerne. The tour is surrounded by pictures presented with a projector, on iPad and on postcards.